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GX6500E/GX6000E
5 INSTALLATION
5.1
SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION
This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where
the radio operator must have the knowledge to control the exposure conditions of
its passengers and bystanders by maintaining the minimum separation distance
of 3 feet (1 m). Failure to observe these restrictions will result in exceeding the
FCC RF exposure limits.
Antenna Installation:
The antenna must be located at least 3 feet (1 m) away from passengers in
order to comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements.
5.2
LOCATION
The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that:
• is follow the compass safe distances
shown in the table below to prevent
interference to a magnetic compass
Transceiver Unit
1.0 m
Handset
0.5 m
• provides accessibility to the front panel controls
• allows connection to a power source and an antenna
• has nearby space for installation of a microphone hanger
• is at least 3 feet (1 m) away from the radio’s antenna
• the signal from the GPS satellite can receive sufficiently
Note
: To insure the radio does not affect the compass or radios performance
is not affected by the antenna location, temporarily connect the radio in the
desired location and:
a. Examine the compass to see if the radio causes any deviation
b. Connect the antenna and key the radio. Check to ensure the radio is
operating correctly by requesting a radio check.
